CACFP Compliance & Nutrition Coordinator

Delta Area Economic Opportunity Corporation; Sikeston (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Delta Area Economic Opportunity Corporation Health/Nutrition Coordinator ensures CACFP compliance in Head Start kitchens, conducting site visits and reviewing meal counts, menus and attendance. The role emphasizes proper documentation, audits, and staff training to uphold federal standards.

The position supports menu planning, health and sanitation compliance, and collaboration with the Nutrition Coordinator to implement program standards and QA improvements across kitchen operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate's degree in Nutrition, Food Service Management, or related field preferred.
• ServSafe or other food safety certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular on-site visits to Head Start kitchens to ensure CACFP compliance.
• Review meal counts, menus, and attendance records for CACFP accuracy.
• Ensure kitchen operations, storage, and meal prep meet health and sanitation standards.
• Maintain records of meal counts, daily attendance, and menus for audits.
• Prepare and submit required reports timely to Nutrition Coordinator or Program Manager.
• Provide training and technical assistance to kitchen staff on CACFP regulations and documentation.
• Assist in developing training materials and resources for kitchen staff.
• Review menus to ensure CACFP nutritional guidelines and meal pattern requirements.
• Collaborate with Nutrition Coordinator to implement menu adjustments to program standards.
• Assist in CACFP audit preparation and responding to findings.
• Communicate with kitchen staff, program managers, and stakeholders to ensure smooth operations and compliance.
• Support initiatives to improve nutritional quality and efficiency of meal service.
• Stay updated on changes in CACFP regulations for Head Start kitchens.
• Assist in policy development and implementation related to CACFP.
• Perform additional tasks related to CACFP monitoring as directed.

Skills

CACFP compliance

Monitoring on-site visits

Record-keeping

Training staff

Menu planning

Audit preparation

Communication

Policy updates

Education

Associate's degree in Nutrition or Food Service Management

ServSafe certification

Job description

Delta Area Economic Opportunity Corporation Health/Nutrition Coordinator ensures CACFP compliance in Head Start kitchens, conducting site visits and reviewing meal counts, menus and attendance. The role emphasizes proper documentation, audits, and staff training to uphold federal standards.

The position supports menu planning, health and sanitation compliance, and collaboration with the Nutrition Coordinator to implement program standards and QA improvements across kitchen operations.